Playing Hookie

It has been rainy here in Alabama lately. Gloomy mornings, drizzling afternoons. But, despite the overcast, I had some errands to run so I packed the kids up and we bravely set out to accomplish our tasks. Elizabeth got to play hookie from school and she couldn't have been happier.

First stop, cake pops!

We went inside of Starbucks to enjoy our treats. Which is particularly special because we rarely go inside anywhere if they have a drive thru (shout out to all the other moms who know the struggle). However, today I felt encouraged to share moments with my kiddos outside of the van.

The kids behaved so well. I sat back, drank my water and soaked in the blissful experience.

Some days it's hard with them. There are times I take them all and leave on the verge of frustrated tears because they're all over the place. It makes days like this all the more amazing.

We accomplished all of our goals. No tears were had. All smiles from the kiddos and I was one peaceful mama.

Not too shabby.